Traditional Pull-Apart Bread

🕒 Prep: 10 min
🔥 Cook: 35 min
🍽 Serves: 12
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Traditional Pull-Apart Bread is a sweet, sticky delight that's perfect for sharing. It's a nostalgic treat that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and sugar. Whether you're making it for a family gathering or a cozy weekend breakfast, this bread is bound to be a hit.

Ingredients for Traditional Pull-Apart Bread

Granulated sugar and ground cinnamon create the classic sweet and spicy coating for the biscuit pieces. Unsalted butter and light brown sugar melt together to form a rich, gooey caramel sauce that binds everything together. Refrigerated biscuit dough simplifies the process, allowing you to whip this up without the need for homemade dough. Pecans and raisins are optional but add a lovely crunch and chewiness for those who like a bit of texture.

Tips & Tricks

  • Use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to make cutting the biscuit dough easier.
  • Check the bread at the 30-minute mark to avoid over-baking.
  • If you’re using nuts or raisins, lightly toast the nuts for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions

This pull-apart bread pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a cozy breakfast, serve it alongside scrambled eggs and bacon for a sweet and savory balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use homemade biscuit dough?
Yes, homemade dough works well, just ensure it's similar in texture to the refrigerated kind for best results.
How do I store leftovers?
Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to freshen it up.

Traditional Pull-Apart Bread Recipe Walkthrough

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and give your Bundt pan a good spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon, setting it aside for later. Next, melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until they’re smooth and combined. Set this aside once you’ve achieved a nice, caramel-like consistency.

Open up the cans of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. This is where the fun begins! Dip each piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Layer these sugar-coated pieces in the prepared Bundt pan. If you’re using pecans and raisins, sprinkle them between the layers for a delightful surprise in every bite.

Once all the biscuit pieces are layered, pour the melted butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the top. This will seep through all the layers, making everything wonderfully sticky and flavorful. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, and the center is cooked through. Let it cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before turning it onto a serving plate. Serve it warm and watch it disappear!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Simple to make with store-bought biscuit dough.
  • Perfectly sweet with a hint of spice.
  • Customizable with nuts and raisins.
  • Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
  • Fun to eat — just pull apart and enjoy!

Ingredients

3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3 (16-ounce) cans refrigerated biscuit dough
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Cooking spray

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously spray a Bundt pan with cooking spray.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring constantly, until smooth and combined. Remove from heat.
4. Open the cans of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters.
5. Dip each piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Layer the biscuit pieces in the prepared Bundt pan, sprinkling pecans and raisins between layers, if using.
7. Pour the melted butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the layered biscuits.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is fully cooked.
9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

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